Think professionally installed loft boarding isn’t worth the time and effort? Think again! We’ve debunked a list of common myth that might have held you back from booking a loft boarding installation.
Standard Loft Boarding Doesn’t Damage Your Property
A common myth is that standard loft boarding causes no harm. This is not true-standard boarding can negatively affect your home. Here’s how:
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Damp Issues
Wood used in standard loft boarding can act as a thermal bridge, leading to interstitial condensation. Placing standard boarding directly onto joists or “raised” timber compresses insulation, trapping moisture and resulting in damp problems.
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Repair Costs
If damp issues go unnoticed, it can spread into your home and cost thousands to repair.
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Increased Heat Loss
Compressed insulation doesn’t work effectively. Some installers may even remove insulation to accommodate the boarding, wasting the money you invested in energy efficiency.
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Warranty Void
In new-build homes, squashing or removing insulation can invalidate your NHBC warranty by altering the property’s EPC rating. Using a timber subframe can also void the warranty by modifying the building’s specifications.
Instead of standard loft boarding, Key Loft Storage offers raised loft boarding, which is a high-quality, premium solution. It protects insulation, wiring, and pipework while saving you money on energy bills over time.
You Need Planning Permission to Have Loft Boarding Installed
This is not the case. Planning permission is only required for large-scale projects or loft conversions for living spaces. For storage solutions like loft boarding, no planning permission is needed.
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Loft Ladders Don’t Add Any Benefit, They Just Increase the Cost
Loft ladders offer valuable benefits that go beyond cost concerns. Without a loft ladder, you’ll have to carry and set up a separate ladder each time you need loft access—a time-consuming hassle. Additionally, a generic ladder isn’t securely attached, increasing the risk of injury.
Having a properly installed loft ladder provides safe, convenient access to your loft. At Key Loft Storage, we offer a full range of loft ladders, including electric and automatic options. Contact us for a FREE instant quote.
Leaving Your Heating on Low All Day Saves Money
This is a widely believed myth, but it’s incorrect. Leaving your heating on low throughout the day, rather than turning it on when you’re home, wastes energy. In fact, depending on your loft insulation, much of that heat will be lost before you even return.
By installing raised loft boarding, which doesn’t compress your insulation, you can minimise heat loss through the roof, leading to savings on energy bills.
Adding Storage Space Doesn’t Increase the Value of Your Home
Adding storage space, such as through loft boarding, can increase the value of your home. By boarding your loft, you can boost your floor space by up to 50%. Combine this with a fitted loft ladder, and you have a safe, easily accessible storage area-an attractive feature for potential buyers.
However, be aware that cheap, standard loft boarding can reduce your home’s energy efficiency by damaging insulation, which may devalue your property. Investing in quality loft boarding, like Key Loft Storage, is worth it.
Interested in unlocking your home’s storage potential? Key Loft Storage offers a full loft boarding package, professionally installed to suit your loft’s exact specifications. Contact us today for a FREE instant quote!